Nixon: $15 million in help through feds available in propane crisis

Gov. Jay Nixon announced today that almost $15 million in federal funds will be made available to help low-income families pay heating bills.

Nixon said the funding was necessary to help Missourians deal with rising propane prices.

The funding comes from the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program in the form of grants for qualified individuals.

He also announced the state will double the amount a household can receive for propane assistance, from $264-$450 per year to $528-$900 per year.

He said the retail price of propane has doubled in recent weeks to nearly $4 per gallon.

"As temperatures have hit historic lows during this harsh winter, the cost of propane has soared, dealing many Missourians a dangerous - and even life-threatening - one-two punch," he said. "No hard-working Missouri family should have to choose between putting food on the table and staying warm."

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Nixon: $15 million in help through feds available in propane crisis

Gov. Jay Nixon announced today that almost $15 million in federal funds will be made available to help low-income families pay heating bills.